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as in inventive
having the skill and imagination to create new things
an imaginative child who is always writing short stories about her pet cat
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as in innovative
showing a noteworthy use of the imagination and creativity especially in inventing
found an imaginative gadget that can grind the beans and heat the water to brew coffee
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Recent Examples of imaginative
However, this same influence is fabulous for imaginative, creative projects.
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Georgia Nicols, Denver Post, 6 Mar. 2026
Skyl'ar enjoys both imaginative and active play.
—CBS News, 4 Mar. 2026
The imaginative world of the book comes to life with characters like scientist Ada Twist, engineer Rosie Revere, architect Iggy Peck, future president Sofia Valdez and illustrator Aaron Slater.
—Brayden Garcia, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 3 Mar. 2026
The Joffrey Ballet announced its 2026-27 season on Tuesday, entering the landmark company’s seventh decade with a trio of imaginative story ballets and a Valentine’s Day program exploring all manners of love.
—Lauren Warnecke, Chicago Tribune, 3 Mar. 2026
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Georgia Nicols, Denver Post, 6 Mar. 2026
Skyl'ar enjoys both imaginative and active play.
—CBS News, 4 Mar. 2026
The imaginative world of the book comes to life with characters like scientist Ada Twist, engineer Rosie Revere, architect Iggy Peck, future president Sofia Valdez and illustrator Aaron Slater.
—Brayden Garcia, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 3 Mar. 2026
The Joffrey Ballet announced its 2026-27 season on Tuesday, entering the landmark company’s seventh decade with a trio of imaginative story ballets and a Valentine’s Day program exploring all manners of love.
—Lauren Warnecke, Chicago Tribune, 3 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for imaginative
Adjective
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Some of my more inventive exhibition ideas center on the artist’s experience rather than the artwork.—
Ray Mark Rinaldi,
Denver Post,
9 Mar. 2026
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Your inventive concepts land better when the delivery is simple and well-paced.—
Tarot.com,
New York Daily News,
8 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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The innovative rapper comes up way short with a record that lacks fun or curiosity.—
Mano Sundaresan,
Pitchfork,
3 Mar. 2026
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What to know Prova Spirits’ innovative approach to Italian spirits brings a unique dimension to Kentucky’s distilling community, KDA President Eric Gregory in the news release.—
Maggie Menderski,
Louisville Courier Journal,
3 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Invite friends to share their recent creative ideas with you to revel in mutual inspiration.—
Tarot.com,
New York Daily News,
6 Mar. 2026
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Automakers in China have resorted to creative financing schemes to spur consumer demand.—
Matthew Chin,Evelyn Cheng,
CNBC,
5 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Each clever trap lands with festive flair, proving that Windsor’s women really run the show.—
Cincinnati Enquirer,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
7 Mar. 2026
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Career conversations ask for calm leadership as the vibrant Sun embraces clever Mercury in your 10th House of Respect, invigorating you with ambitious potential.—
Tarot.com,
Hartford Courant,
7 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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San Francisco put on the hardest of sells on to try to keep the talented linebacker — head coach Kyle Shanahan and general manager John Lynch flew to Texas to try to talk him out of leaving — but Greenlaw ultimately chose the Broncos.—
Parker Gabriel,
Denver Post,
10 Mar. 2026
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Maybe these talented hopefuls should stick to writing and forego the arduous road of becoming a full-time artist.—
Shirley Halperin,
Rolling Stone,
9 Mar. 2026
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“Imaginative.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/imaginative. Accessed 10 Mar. 2026.
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